Is Pinstripe Calathea toxic to cats?

No — pinstripe calathea is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. The ASPCA lists Calathea (Calathea spp., family Marantaceae) as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses; Goeppertia ornata is the recently reclassified Calathea ornata and belongs to this same genus, all of whose ASPCA-listed members are non-toxic. As with any non-toxic plant, chewing large amounts may still cause mild, passing stomach upset — verify with your vet if your pet has unusual sensitivities.

Yes — the ASPCA lists pinstripe calathea as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Pinstripe Calathea is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full pinstripe calathea pet-safety guide for both species.

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.